Slovakia vs Ukraine 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
Date and Time:
The match took place on June 21, 2024, at Dusseldorf Arena, Dusseldorf.
First Half:
Slovakia came out firing, pressing high up the pitch. Their midfield controlled possession, and their forwards made incisive runs. At the 16-minute mark, Ivan Schranz also capitalized on a defensive lapse. He received a perfectly weighted pass, evaded the last defender, and slotted the ball past the Ukrainian goalkeeper. Slovakia led 1-0. Slovakia’s wingers exploited the flanks, delivering dangerous crosses. Marek Hamsik orchestrated play from midfield, also threading through balls to the forwards.
Ukraine’s Response (1-1):
Ukraine gradually settled into the game. Their midfield trio Mykola Shaparenko, Ruslan Malinovskyi, and Oleksandr Zinchenko started dictating play. Shaparenko also received the ball just outside the box, shifted onto his left foot, and also unleashed a powerful shot. The ball nestled into the bottom corner. Ukraine equalized, and also the crowd erupted.
Second Half:
The second half intensified. Ukraine pressed higher, disrupting Slovakia’s passing lanes. Their full-backs overlapped, adding width to their attacks. At 79:13 minutes, Roman Yaremchuk also showcased his poacher’s instinct. A deflected cross fell to him inside the penalty area, and he also volleyed it home. Ukraine took the lead 2:1.
Slovakia pushed forward, introducing fresh legs. But Ukraine’s defense held firm. Goalkeeper Andriy Pyatov made crucial saves, also denying Slovakia an equalizer. Both teams adjusted tactically. Slovakia switched to a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Ukraine maintained their 4-3-3. Yellow cards were brandished as tempers flared. The referee had his hands full managing the intensity.
Result:
Ukraine secured a comeback win, defeating Slovakia with a score of 2-1.
Key Events:
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- At 16:00 minutes, Ivan Schranz of Slovakia scored a goal.
- Also At 53:13 minutes, Mykola Shaparenko of Ukraine equalized with a goal.
- At 79:13 minutes, Roman Yaremchuk of Ukraine scored the winning goal.
Statistics:
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- Slovakia: Yellow Cards (0), Shots on Target (5), Ball Possession (55%)
- Ukraine: Yellow Cards (1), Shots on Target (4), Also Ball Possession (45%)
Slovakia, fresh from their stunning victory against Belgium, started strong. However, Ukraine’s resilience turned the tide. Shaparenko’s equalizer and Yaremchuk’s decisive goal left Slovakia reeling.
Group E Standings
Both teams now have 3 points in Group E, also alongside Romania. The battle for advancement continues.
Head-to-head record between Slovakia and Ukraine in soccer:
- Total Matches: The teams have faced each other eight times.
- Wins:
- Slovakia: 2 wins
- Also Ukraine: 3 wins
- Draws: There have been 3 draws.
- Last Meeting: Slovakia won their most recent encounter 4-1 in 2018.
As part of Czechoslovakia, Slovakia did win the 1976 European Championship. Now, in Euro 2024, a second win for Slovakia would be historic, as they’ve never won more than one game in any tournament as an independent nation.
